Aerospace
Prepare for an aerospace career with MTSU's Flight Dispatch concentration.
Aerospace, Flight Dispatch Concentration, B.S.
Aviation safety depends on communication between pilots and dispatchers — those individuals who, along with air carrier pilots, share joint responsibility for safe operational control of company flights. The Flight Dispatch concentration aims to meet industry demands and leads to FAA Aircraft Dispatch certification. With a superior reputation, the program has graduates that dispatch for every regional and major airline. Students receive extensive training in dispatch operations with an emphasis on the importance of operational control between the dispatcher and pilot in command. Students learn federal aviation regulations, weather theory and application of weather products, aircraft performance, aircraft systems, and limitations, the application of minimum equipment lists, and human factors considerations. The mission of the Flight Dispatch Concentration is to prepare our students to become the leaders of the next generation of aerospace professionals by developing the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for successful careers in aerospace.
If you live in one of these states: AR; you may be able to attend MTSU at in-state rates under the Academic Common Market program.
News Briefs
‘Prepared’ MTSU Aerospace pilot trio await June 18-21 Air Race Classic for women
They will fly nearly 2,400 miles from the Midwest to Colorado at an altitude of 200 to 400 feet and average speed of nearly 150 mph — all while competing against nearly 50 all-women flight teams.[ Read More ]
MTSU magazine’s summer 2023 edition celebrates MTSU’s flagship Aerospace Department
The latest edition of MTSU magazine celebrates Middle Tennessee State University’s flagship Aerospace Department, which is celebrating 80 years in flight — and charting its future course. MTSU’s Aerospace Department began as a campus-based flight-training detachment for the Army Air Corps during World War II. Over the following decades, MTSU Aerospace expanded its scope far beyond pilot training [ Read More ]
News Briefs
‘Prepared’ MTSU Aerospace pilot trio await June 18-21 Air Race Classic for women
They will fly nearly 2,400 miles from the Midwest to Colorado at an altitude of 200 to 400 feet and average speed of nearly 150 mph — all while competing against nearly 50 all-women flight teams.[ Read More ]
MTSU magazine’s summer 2023 edition celebrates MTSU’s flagship Aerospace Department
The latest edition of MTSU magazine celebrates Middle Tennessee State University’s flagship Aerospace Department, which is celebrating 80 years in flight — and charting its future course. MTSU’s Aerospace Department began as a campus-based flight-training detachment for the Army Air Corps during World War II. Over the following decades, MTSU Aerospace expanded its scope far beyond pilot training [ Read More ]
Aerospace, Flight Dispatch Concentration, B.S.
Employers around the world recognize MTSU's Flight Dispatch major the Aerospace program as an elite program that produces the highest caliber graduates. Examples of career options include
- Air carrier flight dispatcher (regional or major)
- Air carrier crew scheduler (regional or major)
- Air freight/cargo flight dispatcher
- Air taxi or charter flight dispatcher
- Corporate flight department dispatcher
Employers of MTSU alumni include, but are not limited to, the following:
- American Airlines – Fort Worth, TX
- American Eagle Airlines – Fort Worth, TX
- Delta Airlines – Atlanta, GA
- Federal Aviation Administration – Washington, DC
- FedEx Express – Memphis, TN
- Republic Airways – Indianapolis, IN
- SkyWest Airlines – St. George, UT
- Southwest Airlines – Dallas, TX
- United Airlines – Chicago, IL
- United Parcel Service (UPS) – Atlanta, GA
MTSU’s Career Development Center
MTSU offers a comprehensive Career Development Center that serves students throughout the full student experience and beyond. They collaborate with faculty and staff to equip students with the tools to be marketable to the world of work and continuing education.
Students can schedule an appointment or check online resources and job boards at mtsu.edu/career.
Students can find current internship opportunities by talking to faculty and visiting the University job and internship board called Handshake .
Wondering what you can do with your major? Check out our What Can I Do with A Major In guides.
Professional Licensure Disclosure
The Bachelor of Science in Aerospace, Flight Dispatch (BS Aerospace, Flight Dispatch) in the College of Basic and Applied Sciences is accredited by the Aviation Accreditation Board International (AABI) and is an approved Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) 14 CFR Part 65 Aircraft Dispatcher school. Admission to the BS Aerospace, Flight Dispatch does not guarantee that students will earn FAA Aircraft Dispatcher certification, which is required for successful completion of the 120-hour program.
FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certification is a federally established license. The BS Aerospace, Flight Dispatch disclosure provided on MTSU’s professional licensure disclosure website indicates the states and territories where MTSU has determined, through reasonable and good faith effort, that the program does or does not meet the educational requirements for other US states and territories. Certification requirements may include additional and recurring requirements, such as an application, supervision, examinations, continuing education, fees, fingerprinting, a background check, etc. MTSU strongly recommends that prospective and current students discuss their plans with an advisor to ensure they have the most up-to-date information and guidance regarding licensure requirements.
For additional information about the Department, including information on scholarships specific to Aerospace students, please visit the Aerospace Department.
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